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Join Our Research Team at the Finnish Red Cross Blood Service!
We are looking for a Bioinformatician for a one-year full-time fixed-term position in research project in transplantation genomics funded by the Sigrid Juselius Foundation. The project has an option for three-year funding. The position is ideal for a fresh PhD interested in a post-doctoral position in bioinformatics but is equally suitable for a doctoral researcher or a project researcher with a masters degree.
Key responsibilities:
– Conduct research in using large genomics data such as FinnGen and UK Biobank
– Design and execute experiments, analyze data, and interpret results
– Collaborate with cross-functional teams and clinicians to advance research projects
– Present findings in conferences and publish in high-impact peer-reviewed journals
– Keep updated with the latest research and integrate it into ongoing projects
Qualifications
– PhD or MSc in computer science, statistics or bioinformatics, or in biosciences with relevant experience
– Proven track record of research excellence and publications
– Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
– Proficiency in R or Python
– Good communication and teamwork abilities
What we offer
At the Blood Service R&D Transplantation Genomics team we focus on studying the compatibility of blood cells, new therapeutic cells, tissues, and organs between the patient and the donor. Our mission is to translate scientific findings to the clinic for the benefit of patients and donors alike. We offer you an interesting and meaningful task as part of a motivated and professional team in a collaborative and inclusive work environment. Comprehensive orientation and support from your supervisor and team will help you get started in your work. We offer you access to state-of-the-art research facilities and resources. With us, you have great opportunities for professional growth and career advancement and the chance to make a significant impact in your field.
The well-being of our employees is particularly important to us. We offer a wide range of exercise and well-being benefits (see the list of benefits below). Developing leadership and the well-being of our teams is also important to us. In addition, we invest in ensuring that everyone at the Blood Service has the opportunity to participate and influence the continuous improvement of our operations. Read more about Blood Service as a workplace [here.](https://eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.veripalvelu.fi%2Fen%2Fwork-with-us%2F&data=05%7C02%7C%7Cc196e9679682456ae21b08dd9dada18b%7C73b8d7605b0b4a11b6e7a33fff85bc25%7C0%7C0%7C638840091237003501%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=rQxlaMWiTxaq158sxsFr3iZVQ1SIHmVCX7U9G0%2FNUR8%3D&reserved=0)
The salary is based on the contract salary system of the Blood Service. This position is placed in levels 14. The salary is the minimum salary 28163553 euros + 0-40 % depending on the person’s skills, experience and the special characteristics of the position.
How to apply and inquiries
Interested candidates are invited to submit their motivation letter, CV, and a list of publications via our application form below by 22th Jun 2025. The position starts on 1st Sep 2025. For further details regarding the position, please contact: Kati Hyvärinen, Docent +358409203083 or kati.hyvarinen@veripalvelu.fi.
Principal scientist:
Kati Hyvärinen, Docent, https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=fi&user=HT5RuzEAAAAJ
Jarmo Ritari, PhD, https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=KN2cqloAAAAJ
Join us in our quest to advance science!
Benefits
– Culture, sports, well-being and commuting benefits (Epassi)
– Extended occupational health care
– Lunch benefit
– Commuting exercise incentive
– Employee bicycle benefit
– Long vacations
– Employee sports benefits
Suomen Punainen Risti, Veripalvelu
The Finnish Red Cross Blood Service provides hospitals with safe and effective blood products and laboratory services needed for patient care. Our services comprise recruiting blood donors, organising blood donation, collecting blood and testing the donated blood. The Blood Service provides Finnish hospitals with various blood products for treating patients. We also offer hospitals laboratory services, such as blood group testing and investigations related to organ transplantation and blood coagulation. We also operate a Stem Cell Registry and The Blood Service Biobank. The Blood Service performs active scientific research. We want to increase biomedical knowledge on our areas of expertise.
The Blood Service is a non-profit organization. Our annual budget is approximately 60 million euros and we employ approximately 500 people.
Phone: 029 300 1010 Email: hr@veripalvelu.fi Location: Haartmaninkatu 8, 00290 Helsiki
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